Dataset Utility (3.2)

The File-AID Dataset Utility provides processing similar to the ISPF data set utility and has additional features. It provides a free-space option, the ability to define generation data groups (GDGs), and supports delete and rename processing for data sets of all MVS access methods.

To select the Dataset Utility, enter the number 2 in the OPTION field of the File-AID Extended Utilities Menu, or as described in File-AID/MVS Extended Utilities Menu. When you press Enter, File-AID displays the Dataset Utility screen shown in Dataset Utility screen.

File-AID also has a F32 primary command that lets you recursively invoke the Dataset Utility function. You can enter this command from any File-AID screen with an OPTION or COMMAND field. You have the option of entering a dataset name as a parameter when specifying the F32 command. If no dataset name is supplied, File-AID uses a default of the last data set accessed. When you invoke the Dataset Utility in this way, use the END command (PF3) on the Dataset Utility screen, or use the RETURN command (PF4) anywhere in the function to return to the screen from which you entered the F32 command. After the second session is completed, the original session is continued.